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US Politician’s Unconventional Love Story: Meeting His Wife in Jail

10Jan

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US Politician’s Unconventional Love Story: Meeting His Wife in Jail

Recounting an extraordinary love story, James E. Clyburn, a prominent Democratic Party member and House Majority Whip, shared on Twitter how he crossed paths with his wife. The politician, representing South Carolina's 6th District, mentioned that he was arrested during a civil rights march and it was while he was in jail that he encountered his future wife. It was in jail where she brought him food and shared a meal with him. Later, he discovered that she had been aware of him all along and had intended to meet him. In a tweet, he wrote, "I met my wife in jail after being arrested during a civil rights march. She brought me food and shared a hamburger with me. Turns out, she knew who I was and had been plotting to meet me for some time. We were...

Debate Sparks over Traffic Warden’s Gender due to Mannerisms (Watch Video)

10Jan

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Debate Sparks over Traffic Warden’s Gender due to Mannerisms (Watch Video)

A video of a traffic warden controlling traffic in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, with distinct mannerisms has gone viral, sparking a debate among observers about the warden's gender. The caption accompanying the video read, "Traffic warden with swag." Observers in the video can be heard debating the warden's gender, with one voice asking, "Is this one male or female?" Watch the video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Li...

Singer May D celebrates his Swedish wife Carolina Wassmuth on her birthday

10Jan

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Singer May D celebrates his Swedish wife Carolina Wassmuth on her birthday

It is the birthday of Carolina Wassmuth, the Swedish wife of singer May D, and he took to Instagram to celebrate her. The singer shared a beautiful photo of his wife and wrote a lovely message for her, asking his followers to join him in wishing her a happy birthday. May D also mentioned that it hasn't been easy for his wife to keep up with him for so long, implying that he appreciates her enduring support. May D and Carolina Wassmuth got married in November 2018 and have a son named Ethan. To mark the occasion, May D posted a message on Instagram, accompanied by a picture of his wife, expressing his love and appreciation for her.

International Olympic Committee Implements Ban on Athlete Political Protests at 2020 Games

10Jan

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International Olympic Committee Implements Ban on Athlete Political Protests at 2020 Games

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has issued a ban on political protests by athletes ahead of the 2020 Tokyo games. Releasing a three-page guideline, the IOC stipulated that athletes are prohibited from participating in political demonstrations while on the field of play, in the Olympic Village, and during medal and official ceremonies. However, they are permitted to express political opinions during press interviews outside the Village, in meetings, and on traditional and social media channels. The IOC explained in a statement, "We believe that the example we set by competing with the world's best while living in harmony in the Olympic Village is a uniquely positive message to send to an increasingly divided world. This is why it is important, on both a personal and...

Leo DaSilva reflects on the time he wanted to become a Catholic priest as he shares throwback photo with a Catholic Bishop

10Jan

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Leo DaSilva reflects on the time he wanted to become a Catholic priest as he shares throwback photo with a Catholic Bishop

Leo DaSilva recently shared a throwback photo of himself with a Catholic Bishop as he reflected on a time when he contemplated becoming a Catholic priest. The Big Brother Naija reality star revealed that he was once very close to pursuing the path of priesthood. In the photo taken in 2010 during his confirmation ceremony, Leo DaSilva can be seen alongside the Catholic Bishop. He expressed his intention to eventually share the story of how he came to the brink of becoming a priest. Big Brother Naija reality star, Leo DaSilva has said he was once close to becoming a Catholic priest. Sharing a photo he took in 2010 with a Catholic Bishop during his confirmation ceremony, he wrote: "One day I will tell the story of how close I was to becoming a priest. Myself and the Bishop in 2010 du...

Leo DaSilva’s Reflections on His Desire to Become a Catholic Priest

10Jan

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Leo DaSilva’s Reflections on His Desire to Become a Catholic Priest

Former Big Brother Naija reality star, Leo DaSilva, recently shared an intriguing revelation about his past, disclosing that he had once considered becoming a Catholic priest. He recollected a significant moment in 2010 when he posed for a photo with a Catholic Bishop during his confirmation ceremony, and captioned it with the following words: "One day I will tell the story of how close I was to becoming a priest. Myself and the Bishop in 2010 during one of my confirmation ceremonies before I became a full catholic member."

'I disown you and your child publicly- Nigerian man slams his ex-wife after she allegedly sold his properties to church members, vows not to marry again

10Jan

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'I disown you and your child publicly- Nigerian man slams his ex-wife after she allegedly sold his properties to church members, vows not to marry again

Olayinka Odukoya Ajibola, a Nigerian man, has made a public declaration that he is becoming an atheist after discovering that his ex-wife allegedly stole and sold his properties to members of their church. He expressed his disbelief and vowed not to marry again, considering this incident the lowest point one can reach. Olayinka strongly disavowed his ex-wife and their child, citing her actions as appalling. In a striking statement, he stated that he had uncovered compelling evidence of his ex-wife's misconduct, including selling his properties to church members shortly after leaving with their children and possessions. Olayinka questioned her motivations for these actions and expressed his disillusionment with the situation, declaring his decision to disown her and their child publicly. ...

South Africa’s military aircraft carrying UN soldiers crash lands in DR Congo

10Jan

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South Africa’s military aircraft carrying UN soldiers crash lands in DR Congo

A South African military aircraft crash-landed and caught fire at the Goma airport in eastern Congo, averting a tragic incident on January 9. No casualties were recorded after the C-130BZ military aircraft, transporting 59 passengers and eight crew members, caught fire upon crash-landing. The acting spokesperson for the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Congo, Mathias Gillman, confirmed the incident, stating that the military aircraft was returning from the eastern Congo city of Beni, where it was providing logistical support to the South African contingent deployed in the region. “MONUSCO sent a rescue team that brought the fire under control and everyone was safely evacuated." The South African National Defence Force also confirmed the incident, disclos...

Arrest Made After Used Condoms Discovered at Scene of Dog Killing

10Jan

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Arrest Made After Used Condoms Discovered at Scene of Dog Killing

An individual named Boniface Mutuku Munyao from Kangundo in Machakos County, Kenya, was presented before a Kangundo Magistrate’s Court on Thursday January 9. Munyao is accused of participating in bestiality with a female dog before causing the animal’s demise. The suspect's last sexual encounter with the dog happened on Wednesday January 8, after which he strangled the animal with a rope. He was apprehended following complaints from neighbors who reported hearing the dog's distress during the night. It was reported that Munyao's neighbors entered his residence after a foul odor was detected coming from the building on Thursday January 9. A neighbor informed the authorities; “We found used condoms and the dog’s carcass in his house.” The area chief, Bethwel King’ele, sup...

Nigerian lady narrates how her sister who is a face model was rejected by a MUA for being an amputee

10Jan

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Nigerian lady narrates how her sister who is a face model was rejected by a MUA for being an amputee

A Nigerian lady recently shared a disheartening story on Twitter about her younger sister who works as a face model. According to the user, her sister was rejected by a makeup artist for a photoshoot due to being an amputee. The Twitter user explained that when her sister arrived at the photoshoot facility, the client initially made up an excuse about a sudden issue arising. However, the client later called the manager to express frustration about the modeling agency sending an amputee. The user's tweets and accompanying images depict the unfortunate incident and the subsequent offer the face model received after her story gained attention on social media. Here are some images related to the topic: